At least 150 vehicles reported in Oakland sideshow amid stepped up holiday enforcement

Oakland police said it responded to a report of a large sideshow gathering involving upwards of 150 vehicles on Sunday, amid warnings that police would step up enforcement over the long Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend.

Escovedo Way in Oakland honors Sheila E., Pete Escovedo

A street in Oakland has been named in honor of the Escovedo family, which include legendary musicians like Sheila E. and her father, Pete Escovedo.

West Coast Wrap: January 12, 2024
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Bitter cold temperatures prompt a state of emergency for parts of Oregon. See how people across the Pacific Northwest are bracing for some of the coldest temperatures they've seen in years. Also, plans to connect Las Vegas to Southern California with high-speed rail service could soon create a constructive boom.

West Coast Wrap: January 11, 2024
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Temperatures are plummeting across the West. In some places it feels like it's 35 degrees below zero with the wind chill. All the snow and ice is causing a variety of issues. And a close call in Central California. We break down one video that shows what one man calls his near-death experience.

100-year-old California Pea Soup Andersen's closes without public notice

If you've driven between Northern and Southern California, you've likely seen the billboards along Highway 101 and Interstate 5 for Pea Soup Andersen's.

West Coast Wrap: January 10, 2024
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Cameras captured some scary moments during storms near Seattle. How it was possible for a ferry to take on so much water. The world's first fully autonomous restaurant is opening in Southern California. We'll show you how preparing and serving meals is being left to artificial intelligence.

Twitch layoffs: Amazon-owned company cuts hundreds of jobs

San Francisco-based technology company Twitch announced it is laying off 35% of its staff, the company's CEO Dan Clancy announced. 

West Coast Wrap: January 9, 2024
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We're tracking strong storms causing problems across the West. We'll show you how people are coping with near white-out conditions. Also, we'll show you how artificial intelligence may be brought in to some schools and how the technology may be able to prevent mass shootings.

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin undergoes prostate cancer surgery, White House unaware until days later

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has prostate cancer, and his recent secretive hospitalization was for surgery and later to treat a urinary tract infection related to that operation, his doctors said Tuesday.

Police seek protester accused of assualting woman, burning her Israeli flag in El Cerrito

Police were seeking the public’s help in locating a suspect wanted for assaulting a woman and burning her Israeli flag during a demonstration in El Cerrito over the Israel-Hamas war. 

West Coast Wrap: January 8, 2024
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Wearing restraints over his face, hands and body. The man who jumped over a Las Vegas courtroom bench last week went before the same judge on Monday. His family says he needs to move through more than just the criminal justice system to live a better life.

49ers star Fred Warner and wife announce they're having a boy

In a sweet and moving video, 49ers star Fred Warner and his wife, Sydney, annouced they're having a boy. The video showed the Niners linebacker's priceless reaction as he's seen screaming with joy.

‘We are exhausted’: Popular Oakland bakery hit by thieves, demand action from elected leaders

A popular East Bay bakery chain has been hit by burglars in an attack the owner called a "slap in the face," as he called on local elected officials to take action to stop the endless cycle of crime in the city. 

Elon Musk lashes out at WSJ report alleging illegal drug use

Elon Musk clapped back at the Wall Street Journal after its report alleging the Tesla and SpaceX CEO had used illegal drugs, triggering concern from some of the leadership of his companies.